AV Tech Task Force Update | |
Once again, those near and far care deeply about SAKLC as evidenced by your participation in the Technology Survey! We were grateful to receive responses from over 100 individuals! On behalf of the Task Force, thank you for your time and thoughts. The next step is to compile this information and incorporate it into our final recommendations. Our plan is to complete the proposal and present it to the church leadership in late October. We could not have done this without you. There is still more to do but we are on the home stretch. Stay tuned! | | |
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I warn you; you'll likely not find the following joke as funny as I do. As my wife frequently points out, that's true of most - if not all - of my jokes. | | | |
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Upcoming Christian Education Series
How Lutherans Interpret the Bible
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How Lutherans Interpret the Bible “invites you to explore seven important questions about Lutherans and the Bible. The class will not prescribe ‘the Lutheran way’ to read the Bible nor will it dismiss the way you may have come to understand the Bible. Instead, the class will present a variety of Lutheran perspectives for interpreting the Bible, through which you will discover answers to questions you have always had about the Bible.” Come with an open heart and an open mind.
Taught by Rev. Kenneth Blyth using video and handout materials from SELECT Learning presented by Dr. Mark Allan Powell, a Lutheran pastor and Bible professor at Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and a prolific and popular author.
When: Thursdays, for seven weeks, October 5 - November 16, from 2:00pm-3:30pm.
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Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 7th
5pm Garden Worship
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Our first Saturday worship service of the season is on October 7th at 5pm. On this particular Saturday, we will hold worship in the Meditation Garden. In commemoration of St. Francis of Assisi, we invite you to bring your animals for a special blessing by Pastor Ken. Blessings will be available for cats, dogs, birds, turtles, lizards, ... or any pet on a leash, inside a cage, or inside a carrier. We hope to see you there! | |
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Join your church family for a fun day at Disney World! We will be boarding a bus together to spend a day at Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival on Tuesday, October 17th.
Enjoy delicious foods and beverages from around the world, sit and enjoy live music, have some fun on the many rides, shop around in the park, enjoy an indoor show, and much more! ECV scooters are available for rental. For more information, visit the Disney table in the Narthex.
Contact Nina at nina@saklc.com or call the church office to purchase your tickets. “See you real soon!” (Mickey Mouse)
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Join us at the Van Wezel on Friday, October 27th at 7:30pm for a movie with the Sarasota Orchestra!
Be there as Sarasota Orchestra performs John Williams’ Oscar® and GRAMMY®-winning score, composed for Lucasfilm’s inaugural Star Wars adventure released in 1977. While the Orchestra performs the iconic soundtrack live to film, you’re whisked to a galaxy far, far away as the movie
plays in its entirety on the big screen.
Tickets are going fast! Contact Nina at nina@saklc.com or call the church office at 941-388-1234 to reserve your spot.
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It's that time of the year again! Be sure to stop by the table in the Narthex this weekend to purchase your Oktoberfest tickets. Delicious food from Geier's Sausage Kitchen will be served, and entertainment will be provided by a live polka band! | |
Thank You from Refugee Ministry! | |
The Refugee Ministry had a great event on Saturday the 10th! Haitians gathered at a church to receive food, cleaning supplies, clothing, personal items, and personal hygiene products from our ministry. In addition, they were also able to go to dental clinics and health clinics run by Lutheran Services of Florida. It was a great day. Many people received what they needed thanks to our SAKLC. All monetary donations given are put to good use, as you can see by the pictures. We are incredibly grateful that this congregation feels supports this important mission. | |
The Refugee Ministry is in need of queen, twin, and full beds. There is family of seven coming on September 19 in need of these items. Please contact the church if you have any of these items to donate. | |
Thank You from St. Paul Lutheran Church | |
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In Need of Medical Equipment?
Are you in need of medical equipment? We often get requests from members and friends who are looking for something to borrow for a short period during recovery. Contact the Church Office if you have any medical equipments needs.
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It's Never TOO Early to Save the Dates!
Women's Advent Brunch:
WHEN: Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 at 12:30 pm
Pairables Valentine "Senior" Prom:
WHEN: Friday, February 16th, 2024 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Women's Spring Tea:
WHEN: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Parking Permits for Members
Church members are invited to contact Michael Bodnyk, the Director of Operations, to receive a SAKLC parking permit. Email michael@saklc.com or call the church office.
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Pastor Ken's Weekly Bible Study | |
Each week, throughout the year, Pr. Ken leads a Bible study on Wednesday mornings, from 11:00am-noon via zoom. If you wish to join in-person, please let Pastor know in advance. The class discusses the Scripture texts assigned for the forthcoming Sunday worship services. Pr. Ken shares a calendar month of handouts in advance, so that participants can look ahead, and read the comments of Lutheran scholars prior to each session. Please reach out to him at pastor@saklc.com so he can share the materials with you beforehand. Each week there is a good mix of lay people, and retired pastors, with each group bringing their unique perspectives on life and Scripture – it’s a fun group! Click the button below to join the Bible study via zoom.
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Interested in sponsoring Altar Flowers? The following dates for October are in need of sponsors:
October 1st- 1 or 2 vases
October 8th- 1 vase
Please call the church office (941-388-1234), email maggie@saklc.com, or click the button below to sponsor flowers on one or more of these days in October.
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Exercise classes instructed by Heather Koester are now only on zoom! Join us on zoom on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:15am.
Donations are appreciated
To join online:
Zoom password: 046227
Please allow for extra time to login.
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Pr. Ken enjoys making visits during the week to check in on our homebound members, make hospital visits, distribute communion, or even to just chat! If you would like a visit from Pr. Ken, or if you know someone who would, please reach out to him at any time! His email is pastor@saklc.com, or call the church office at 941.388.1234 and we can connect you.
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Christ in Our Home Devotionals | |
The October, November, December edition of Christ in Our Home is available. They will be at the Welcome Desk in the Narthex and in the church office to be picked up. Weekly devotions will also be available to read in the weekend edition of Connections. | |
Monthly Event Calendars Available | |
SAKLC Event Calendars are prepared each month. The September 2023 calendar is available. To access the calendar electronically, click here. A hard copy is available in the Narthex - speak to a Welcome Team member.
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Do You Have Something for Connections?
If you would like something put in SAKLC's weekly Connections, please ensure a "ready to go" copy is sent to maggie@saklc.com by 12 pm Tuesday so it will be put in our Midweek Connections sent out every Wednesday. Please keep any submissions under 125 words. Any questions, you can email maggie@saklc.com or call the office at 941-388-1234.
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In-Person Worship Schedule | |
Sundays
10:00am
We offer Holy Communion
Worship will be streamed live online
at both services on Facebook and our website
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However you join us, we look forward to welcoming you!
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Stream Our Worship Online |
We will also continue to stream our worship service on our church Facebook page. Remember, the videos are archived on Facebook & on our website and can be watched at any time.
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PROBLEMS WATCHING ONLINE? Reach out to the church office (office@saklc.com).
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WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Do you have any comments or feedback on our live streaming of worship services or Connections communications? Please send us a note at connections@saklc.com. Your opinion is valuable!
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Your financial support is vital to our ministries and programs here at SAKLC! Offerings can be given in person on Sunday mornings in the baskets at the back of the sanctuary, mailed to the church (40 North Adams Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236), or you can give online - click here. We are sincerely grateful for your support!
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Office Hours - Church office hours are 9am to 1pm, Monday-Thursday; closed on Fridays
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